Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel

Property class: 3.5
Cairns motel with restaurant and bar/lounge, aimed at LGBTQ+ guests

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When you stay at Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Central Shopping Centre. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out Graziers Steakhouse, which serves local cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. Other features include a bar/lounge and a terrace.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (11)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • Arcade/game room
  • ATM/banking services
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Conference space
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Banquet hall
  • Playground

For families (6)

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Playground on site
  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Terrace
The current price is $87
$95 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21

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A hotel room with a glass shower enclosure, a bed with white linens, a grey sofa, and a small table.

Studio Queen & Sofa

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Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair. There is a door leading to a balcony with a view of greenery.

Studio Twin Queen

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A neatly arranged hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a chair, and an air conditioning unit on the wall.

Family Studio 3 Bedroom Apartment

  • 18 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Studio Queen & Single

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, desk, chairs, and a TV.

Studio Triple Single

  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a window with sheer curtains.

Studio Queen & Sofa

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, an air conditioning unit, and a large window with sheer curtains.

Studio Queen & Single

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

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423 Mulgrave Road, Earlville, QLD, 4870

What's nearby

  • Stockland Cairns Shopping Centre - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Cazalys Cairns - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • DFO Cairns - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Henleys Hill Dog Park - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Cairns Esplanade - 8 min drive - 5.0 km

Getting around

  • Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) - 16 min drive
  • Cairns Station - 5 min drive
  • Freshwater Station - 14 min drive
  • Redlynch Station - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪KFC - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Guzman Y Gomez - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Hungry Jack's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Gloria Jean's Coffees - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel

  • When you stay at Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Central Shopping Centre. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out Graziers Steakhouse, which serves local cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. Other features include a bar/lounge and a terrace.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 29 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Onsite parking available only on request
    • Free onsite self parking
    • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas
    • Caters to LGBTQ guests

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge

Traveling with children

  • Playground
  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Pool table

Working away

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Conference space (1076 square feet)

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities

Facilities

  • ATM/banking
  • Terrace
  • Arcade/game room
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • No elevator (single level property)

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 40-inch TV

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Dining

Graziers Steakhouse - This steakhouse specializes in local cuisine and serves lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Parking

  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
  • Parking height restrictions apply

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.

This property caters to LGBTQ+ guests.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Balaclava Earlville

Nightcap Balaclava Hotel Earlville

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Nightcap Balaclava

Nightcap At Balaclava Motel

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Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel Earlville

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Frequently asked questions

Does Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel?

No, this motel doesn't have a casino, but Cazalys Cairns (9-min walk) and Reef Hotel Casino (6-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel and nearby?

Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel has an arcade.

Are there restaurants at or near Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel?

Yes, Graziers Steakhouse offers local cuisine.

What's the area around Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel like?

Nightcap at Balaclava Hotel is a short 9-minute walk from Cazalys Cairns and 9 minutes' walk from Stockland Cairns Shopping Centre.

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9.2

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities

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What guests liked

  • The restaurant served excellent food and provided great service. (7 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

Felt very welcome, room clean and spacious. They were having roofing work carried out while we were there which started early but wasn’t an inconvenience. Pub/restaurant right next door was useful but we didn’t use it.
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8/10 Very good

Stayed here many times. Great place with friendly staff.
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10/10 Exceptional

The best of both worlds A well run motel and a great pub and food Staff are friendly helpful and provide excellent service
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6/10 Good

The hotel was clean and good.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great area . Comfy bed . Lovely room. Bistro had excellent food.
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8/10 Very good

Excellent budget accommodation.

Excellent motel style accommodation. Clean, quiet and comfortable. Would stay again.
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent staff, quiet and safe
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10/10 Exceptional

Best steak I’ve had in awhile, room was clean and recently renewed
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10/10 Exceptional

Frequent visitor.

Always love our overnight visits, very friendly staff and feel very safe at the complex
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8/10 Very good

Staff are very friendly. Rooms great and very clean.
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8/10 Very good

Very friendly and comfortable room.
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10/10 Exceptional

Convient close to shopping centre and other outlets etc.
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8/10 Very good

Staff very friendly and good service
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10/10 Exceptional

Room was great, my preferred place to stay in Cairns! Just needed a microwave.
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8/10 Very good

Ok safe and clean

Great little hideaway and location. Feels safe despite the casino which stays open late. Thought it a bit pricy for the location.
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10/10 Exceptional

A good deal for experiencing Cairns without the price tag. No frills accommodation with everything you could need - air con, comfy beds, easy check-in, responsive staff. If you just need an accommodation to enjoy the surrounding area, it’s perfect and an easy uber away from all of the touristy spots. Clean and just what we needed. Thanks!
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10/10 Exceptional

A warm and helpful welcome after hours. Spotlessly clean. Good mattress and pillows
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10/10 Exceptional

Service was great, promptly replaced a lost key out of hours with a smile and no charge Thanks
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10/10 Exceptional

We absolutely loved our stay at the Nightcap. All staff from Housekeeping, Reception & Hotel staff made our stay so great, getting to know everyone whilst we were there was an absolute pleasure. We WILL be back guys to keep you laughing. Couldn't fault anything or anyone. Fromm the girls in room 17!!!! See you again soon. Cheers!
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8/10 Very good

Enjoyed our stay
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room and friendly staff easy check-in secure facility.
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent room and very well priced. Great meal in the Bistro. Would stay here again.
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10/10 Exceptional

Everything was spot on in the room and the receptionist was lovely and so helpful. Recommended this place to a friend.
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8/10 Very good

ROom was comfortable & friendly staff.
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent, clean and convenient.